Method:1. Wash the brinjals, wipe it, and slit them with the stem intact.

2. You can deep fry these slit brinjals in oil. If you are diet-conscious, microwave the slit brinjals in a microwavable plate for 5-6 minutes on high until they are almost done. Alternatively, you can shallow fry the slit brinjals.

4. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil and all the items mentioned for seasoning. Add the cooked brinjals. Then add the ground paste and some water according to the desired consistency. Add salt.Let it simmer. Once it is done, turn off the stove and garnish with coriander leaves.

This goes very well with Pulavs, briyanis,chapathis, naan and paratha varieties.